The New Castle County Division of Police established Delaware’s first and only Human Trafficking Hotline, providing direct access to law enforcement and victim services for victims and concerned individuals. In addition, a specialized Detective unit has been established to focus on drug and human trafficking investigations throughout New Castle County and surrounding areas.

In the United States, human trafficking occurs in two main forms: sex trafficking and forced labor. The term “human trafficking” refers to crimes in which traffickers exploit adults or children for profit by forcing them to perform labor or engage in commercial sex. Any commercial sex act involving a person under 18 is considered a crime, regardless of whether force, fraud, or coercion is involved.

The New Castle County Human Trafficking Hotline is available 24/7 for anyone in need of assistance or wishing to report a suspected incident in New Castle County, throughout the State of Delaware, or in surrounding areas.

📞 Phone: (302) 395-2727

(Middletown, DE 19709) The New Castle County Division of Police has issued a Gold Alert for 32-year-old Alpha Sow, who has been reported missing.

Alpha was last seen leaving his residence in the 1600 block of West Mastisse Drive in the Bayberry neighborhood at approximately 5:00 a.m. on Saturday, February 28, 2026, and has not returned home. Despite extensive efforts, officers have been unable to locate or contact him. There is growing concern for his health and safety, and his possible destination is unknown.

Alpha is described as 5’7” tall, weighing approximately 190 pounds, with brown eyes and black hair. He was last seen wearing a black jacket, gray sweatpants, and black sneakers.

Anyone with information regarding Alpha’s whereabouts is urged to contact the New Castle County Police at (302) 573-2800 or call 911 immediately.

(Newark, DE 19702) – On Thursday, February 26, 2026, at approximately 10:45 p.m., Detectives from the Active Crime Trends Team were conducting proactive patrols along the Pulaski Highway (Route 40) corridor when they observed a green Dodge Challenger rapidly accelerating, spinning its tires, and traveling at speeds exceeding 100 mph while committing multiple traffic violations.

Detectives followed the vehicle and safely caught up to it at a red light at Pulaski Highway and Bear Corbitt Road (Route 7). The Dodge Challenger continued to spin its tires and produce smoke. When the light turned green, the vehicle accelerated rapidly. Detectives activated their emergency lights to initiate a traffic stop, and the vehicle ultimately stopped near the Route 1 overpass.

The driver, 35-year-old Curtis Maxwell of Newark, Delaware, was contacted by Detectives. During the interaction, officers observed signs of intoxication and discovered a loaded firearm concealed in the driver’s side door, which was recovered with a 10-round magazine.

Maxwell was taken into custody and transported to New Castle County Police Headquarters, where he was charged with:

• One felony count of carrying a concealed deadly weapon (firearm)
• One felony count of disregarding a police officer’s signal
• One misdemeanor count of possession of a firearm while under the influence
• One misdemeanor count of driving under the influence of alcohol
• One misdemeanor count of willfully spinning tires to produce smoke or leave marks
• One misdemeanor count of reckless driving
• One misdemeanor count of speed exhibition
• One violation of improper lane change
• One violation of driving at an unreasonable or imprudent speed

Maxwell was arraigned before Justice of the Peace Court 11 and released on $2,003 secured bail.

Curtis Maxwell – 35